Hardware Unconference
Unconference?
Also called "open space", an unconference is a participant driven conference. Attendees propose topics and offer to lead and facilitate these tasks, discussions, panels, hands-on workshops, and more. The emphasis is on spontaneous learning and sharing. It's an experience like no other.
First unconference? Awesome! Check out this guide on how to prepare to attend:
https://unconference.net/unconferencing-how-to-prepare-to-attend-an-unconference-2/
Hardware Development?
This unconference is focused on bringing hardware products into reality, like wearables, industrial sensors, machinery, and more. From industrial design to firmware to project management to legal, if it's key to shipping hardware, it's a good fit here! Share your hard-won lessons, your weird new way of doing something, and your dives down rabbit holes and learn from the best in Vancouver's hardware development community.
What's included in a ticket?
Unconference badge and entrance
Lunch & snacks
Entrance & one drink ticket at the afterparty
Invite to the Hardware Unconference Slack
Schedule
8:00 - Registration
8:45 - Opening and Introduction
9:15 - Session Pitching and Voting
10:00 - Scheduling / Demonstration
10:15 - Session 1
11:15 - Session 2
12:15 - Lunch
1:30 - Session 3
2:30 - Session 4
3:30 - Session 5
4:30 - Closing Remarks
5:30 - After Party (Location TBD)
Sponsors
Gold
From idea to reality, Motus empowers your technology business with a design team that can hit the ground running, and save you the time and overhead of staffing up an internal engineering team. Check out the Aerocoach project!
Don't leave money on the table - talk to a tax expert about how to maximize your next R&D tax credit claim here!
Upsurge
Quick-turn high-performance Multi-Jet Fusion 3D printed parts from some of the friendliest folks in town. From fast-changing prototyping to short-run production, the Upsurge team can help you bring your product to life. Reach out to Erick Martínez and Martha Otero to see how MJF 3D printing could speed up your design process, and make sure to stop by the booth at the Unconference to check out the parts Upsurge has printed! https://upsurge3d.com/
Silver
Protectli
Check out Protectli's line of industrial IoT solutions here!
SendCutSend
Order custom sheet metal parts in as little as 2 days. With 165+ materials in stock, no minimum quantities, and free shipping, SendCutSend can help you build your next project faster. Upload your STEP, DXF or EPS file for instant pricing! https://sendcutsend.com/
Bronze
Westmark Electronics
Check out Westmark Electronics's parts & vendor selection here!
Special Thanks
Huge thanks to the Polyglot Software Society for their generous support of the Hardware Unconference!
Rules
Rule 1: Whoever comes are the right people.
Rule 2: Whenever it starts is the right time.
Rule 3: Wherever it happens is the right place.
Rule 4: Whatever happens is the only thing that could have.
Rule 5 (The Law of Two Feet): If you find yourself in any situation where you are neither learning nor contributing, use your two feet and go to another session.
Rule 6: When it’s over, it’s over.
(Lovingly borrowed from the Polyglot Unconference - thanks Tavis!)
Code of Conduct
We strive to be inclusive and keep events comfortable and fun for everyone. Our code of conduct follows the spirit of http://confcodeofconduct.com/. Our events are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any venue, including talks, workshops, parties, Twitter and other online media. Participants violating these rules may be expelled at the discretion of the organizers. If we, the organizers, say or do something that makes you feel uncomfortable, please let us know.
Harassment includes offensive verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.
Sponsors are also subject to the anti-harassment policy. In particular, sponsors should not use sexualized images, activities, or other material. Speakers should not use sexualized clothing/uniforms/costumes, or otherwise create a sexualized environment.
If a participant engages in harassing behavior, the organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the event.
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact an organizer immediately.
Organizers will be happy to assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe. We value your attendance.
We expect participants to follow these rules at our events.
Questions?
Reach out via email at vancouverhardwareunconference (at) gmail (dot) com or on X at @hwunconference.